Summary: These publications on service and therapy animals offer comprehensive insights into the roles these animals play in assisting individuals with disabilities. They cover a range of topics including the legal rights under laws like the Fair Housing Act, the distinction between service and therapy animals, and practical guidance on how to integrate these animals into daily life or specific settings. These documents are not only educational but also provide clarity on regulations, making them invaluable for people with disabilities, seniors, and anyone interested in understanding how service animals can aid in tasks like guiding the visually impaired, alerting to seizures, or providing emotional support, thereby enhancing independence and quality of life.
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Service and Therapy Animals PublicationsTitle of
Document | Paper
Author | Peer
Reviewed | Publication
Type | Publish
Date | Updated / Revised |
|---|
| Study Reveals Pet Owners Do Not Have Better Mental Health | Aarhus University | Yes | Survey, Analysis | 2024/09/05 | |
| Therapy Cows Show Strong Preference for Women Over Men | CABI | Yes | Findings | 2024/05/23 | 2024/11/22 |
| Influence and Responsibility: Higher Education's Role in Shaping Societal Perceptions, Policy, and Knowledge on Service Dogs, Disability, and Inclusion | Allison Christina Gainer | | Paper, Essay | 2024/04/20 | |
| Emotional Toll of Forced Separation Between Humans and Their Pets | Taylor & Francis Group | Yes | Findings | 2024/01/28 | |
| Pet Ownership Does Not Reduce Symptoms of Severe Mental Illness | University of York | Yes | Survey / Analysis | 2023/07/14 | |
| Grieving Loss of a Pet - Perspective for Counselors | CABI | Yes | | 2022/11/27 | 2023/01/04 |
| Guide Dogs Left Barking at the Door | Dan Williams | | Opinion Piece / Editorial | 2019/03/04 | 2023/09/12 |
| 17-Year-Old Receives Autism Service Dog from Service Dogs by Warren Retrievers | Service Dogs by Warren Retrievers | | Awareness / Appreciation | 2018/06/12 | 2023/09/17 |
| Animals May Not View Things As Clear As Humans | Duke University | Yes | Paper / Essay | 2018/05/30 | 2023/09/21 |
| Dogs with Fear of Noises Should be Assessed for Pain | University of Lincoln | | | 2018/03/26 | 2018/06/02 |
| Study Finds Therapy Dogs Help Stressed University Students | University of British Columbia | Yes | Observational Study | 2018/03/13 | 2023/07/16 |
| Free Eye Exams to Service and Working Animals in May from Veterinary Ophthalmologists | Jillian Spitz | | | 2018/02/24 | 2018/03/15 |
| Service Dogs Associated with Lower PTSD Symptoms Among War Veterans | Megan Huckaby | Yes | Study | 2018/02/11 | 2023/07/16 |
| National Federation of the Blind Statement on Delta's New Service Animal Policy | National Federation of the Blind | | | 2018/01/26 | 2019/05/29 |
| Delta Introduces Enhanced Requirements for Customers Traveling with Service or Support Animals | Delta Air Lines | | | 2018/01/20 | |
| Exploring Seniors Health Benefits of Cat Fostering | Jamie Baxter | | Study | 2018/01/07 | 2023/07/16 |
| Research Shows Therapy Dogs Not Stressed When Visiting Pediatric Cancer Patients | Disabled World | | Study | 2018/01/02 | 2023/09/19 |
| Changing Tax Codes Impact Assistance Dog Services for People with Disabilities | Canine Companions for Independence | | Informative | 2017/12/29 | 2024/06/12 |
| Therapy Cats for Emotional Support or Comfort Animals | Disabled World | | Informative | 2017/12/20 | 2023/07/16 |
| Non-profit Provides Assistance Dogs Free of Charge to People with Disabilities | Canine Companions for Independence | | | 2017/06/23 | |
| Declawing Linked to Aggression and Other Abnormal Behaviors in Cats | SAGE | | | 2017/05/23 | 2019/02/06 |
| Certifying Emotional Support Animals | University of Missouri-Columbia | | | 2017/05/18 | |
| College Campuses Recognizing Benefits of Emotional Support Animals | USA Service Dog Registration | | | 2017/05/08 | 2017/12/20 |
| Pets Are Great for People With Mental Health Issues | Disabled World | | Informative | 2017/04/24 | 2024/04/24 |
| Common Service Dog Misconceptions | Kaelynn Partlow | | Informative | 2016/11/12 | 2023/07/14 |
| Pet Owners Save $11.7B in Health Care Costs | Jamie Baxter - The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) | | | 2015/12/14 | 2021/07/11 |
| DOJ Sues Gates-Chili Central School District Over ADA Service Animal Law | U.S. Department of Justice | | | 2015/10/03 | 2017/06/26 |
| Hero Service Dog Stopped From Boarding American Airlines Plane | American Humane Association | | | 2015/09/22 | |
| Guide to Animal Visits in Hospital | Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America | | | 2015/06/03 | 2021/08/18 |
| ADA Law for Service Animals Training Video | Disabled World | | Informative | 2015/04/24 | 2024/07/12 |
| HUD Fair Housing Act: Service and Therapy Animals in Student Housing | Disabled World | | | 2015/02/26 | 2021/09/02 |
| Fake Service Dog Vests, Certificates and ID Card Scam | Dogington Post | | | 2015/02/16 | 2021/09/06 |
| Booster a Famous Service Dog to be Cloned | Bergin University of Canine Studies | | | 2015/02/14 | 2021/09/07 |
| Benefit of Animal Assisted Therapy in Cancer Patients | The Good Dog Foundation | | | 2015/01/14 | 2020/10/26 |
| When Pets with Out-of-date Vaccine are Exposed to Rabies Virus | American Veterinary Medical Association | | | 2015/01/06 | 2021/10/03 |
| Magnolia Paws for Compassion: Animal Assistance for People with Seizure Disorders | Magnolia Paws For Compassion | | | 2014/11/08 | 2021/10/20 |
| Warrior Service Dogs North Carolina | Disabled World | | | 2014/09/14 | |
| Pet Therapy: Pain Reduction from Animal Assisted Therapy | Thomas C. Weiss | | | 2014/08/13 | 2021/08/29 |
| Therapy Dogs: How Do the Animals Feel | University of Veterinary Medicine, Vienna | | | 2014/04/29 | 2021/07/28 |
| Children with Autism Benefit by Pet Ownership | University of Missouri | Yes | Observational Study | 2014/04/17 | 2023/07/16 |
| Prison Pet Partnership Program: Trained Seizure Assistant Dogs | Thomas C. Weiss | | | 2013/08/14 | 2021/08/29 |
| Canine Parvovirus and Assistant Dogs | Thomas C. Weiss | | | 2013/06/19 | 2021/04/14 |
| American Canine Academy: An Interview with Becca | Thomas C. Weiss | | | 2012/04/09 | 2022/04/02 |
| Home Depot, Senior Living, FedEx and Frijole | Thomas C. Weiss | | | 2012/04/02 | 2022/04/06 |
| A Vest for Frijole - A Hearing Assistance Dog | Thomas C. Weiss | | Opinion Piece / Editorial | 2012/03/29 | 2023/09/16 |
| Service and Therapy Dogs: ADA State Rights | Thomas C. Weiss | | Informative | 2011/12/19 | 2024/04/24 |
| Autism Service Dogs: Information, Training, Purposes | Thomas C. Weiss | | | 2011/12/15 | 2021/11/11 |
| Training Emotional-Assistance Service Dogs | Ami Moore - The Chicago Dog Coach | | | 2011/10/24 | 2021/12/11 |
| What is the Role of a Therapy Dog? | Thomas C. Weiss | | Informative | 2011/04/18 | 2024/04/24 |
| CRTASA: Registry of Therapy and Service Animals | CRTASA | | | 2010/11/07 | 2020/01/30 |
| Thames Center Service Dogs also Provides Animal Assisted Therapy | Elizabeth Baker | | | 2010/10/18 | 2013/06/14 |
| Assistance Canines: Understanding Service and Guide Dogs | Disabled World | | Informative | 2010/08/06 | 2024/11/20 |
| Safety of Topical Flea and Tick Products | Pet Poison Helpline | | | 2010/04/08 | 2013/06/15 |
| Human Medications Poisonous To Pets | Pet Poison Helpline | | | 2010/01/07 | 2013/06/15 |
| Holiday Toxin Tips from Pet Poison Helpline | Pet Poison Helpline | | | 2009/11/17 | 2013/06/15 |
| Laws Regarding Service Animals in Places of Business | U.S. Department of Justice | | Informative | 2009/10/31 | 2024/06/06 |
| Home Toxins That Can Poison Pets | Disabled World | | Informative | 2009/10/26 | 2024/08/09 |
| Pet Poison Helpline Offers Halloween Safety Tips for Pets | Pet Poison Helpline | | | 2009/10/22 | 2016/10/25 |
| Pet Poison Advice and Emergency Helpline | Pet Poison Helpline | | | 2009/10/19 | 2016/06/11 |
| Service Dogs - Thames Center Service Dogs | Elizabeth Baker | | | 2009/08/27 | 2013/06/14 |
| Queensland Takes Guide Dogs Most Seriously | Disabled World | | | 2009/07/07 | 2015/03/18 |
| Owning a Rescue Cat Saved My Life | David Wade | | | 2009/04/02 | 2021/06/17 |
| Southeastern Guide Dogs - Service Animals | Disabled World | | | 2009/02/03 | 2010/07/04 |
| Legitimate Service Dog Training | Sergio Resende | | | 2009/01/28 | 2010/11/07 |
| Hunting Dogs as Therapy and Service Dogs | Lizzie Novotny | | | 2009/01/23 | 2014/04/29 |
| Helping Hands Monkey Helpers for Quadriplegics | Disabled World | | Informative | 2009/01/08 | 2024/09/15 |
| Guide Dogs for Alzheimer's Patients and Caregivers | Disabled World | | Informative | 2009/01/01 | 2024/04/05 |
| Travel Tips for Flying with Service Animals | Disabled World | | Informative | 2008/12/31 | 2024/09/15 |